States with the best and worst economies in 2024
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Virginia company that bred beagles for research to pay historic $35M fine
A company that bred beagles for medical research agreed Monday to pay a record $35 million as part of a criminal plea admitting it neglected thousands of dogs at its breeding facility in rural Virginia.
Child care costs are now rising at twice the rate of inflation, report finds
“The child care crisis, which was simmering prior to the pandemic, has come to a boil," the new report stated.
Southwest Airlines tries to overturn fine for firing anti-abortion flight attendant
Attorneys for the flight attendant argue that Southwest Airlines violated federal laws protecting workers from religious-based discrimination.
Gas prices dropped by more than they have all year as after-holiday demand dips
Decreasing oil prices and less demand has caused a sizeable drop in gas prices this week.
Orange juice makers consider using alternative fruit as prices skyrocket
Orange juice makers are getting squeezed by high prices
UVA to pay $9 million to families of football players killed in 2022 campus shooting
The University of Virginia will pay $9 million in a settlement related to a 2022 campus shooting that killed three football players and wounded two students, a lawyer representing some of the victims and their families said Friday.
Social Security recipients will get one less payment in June – here's why
Here's why some Social Security recipients will miss a payment in June.
IRS’ free Direct File program to become permanent, expand to more states
The IRS’ Direct FIle, a free online tool that allows taxpayers to file directly to the agency, will expand starting in the 2025 tax season.
Social Security has a 'billionaire problem,' advocate warns
Social Security benefits will be cut significantly in 2035 without a fix. Here's what advocates say we can do to prevent that.
Home insurance rates have surged nearly 40% since 2019 – but they're rising fastest in these states
Rising home insurance premiums are the latest squeeze on homeownership.
Biden extends time frame to get credit toward student loan forgiveness
Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.
The Woodlands students win $50,000 for microplastics filtration system
Two high school students from The Woodlands, Texas, were awarded a $50,000 prize at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair for creating an ultrasonic filtration system to remove microplastics from water.
Idaho drag performer awarded $1.1 million in defamation suit against far-right blogger
An Idaho drag performer was awarded more than $1.1 million in a defamation suit after a far-right blogger falsely accused the performer of exposing himself in the presence of children.
Is college worth it? Here's what Americans think in new survey
Is the cost of college worth it? Americans have mixed views amid rising tuition costs and mounting student loan debt.
Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a 'luxury' due to high prices
A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.
Tech company with 'whites only' job ad settles discrimination claims
Arthur Grand Technologies, a tech company in Ashburn, Virginia, will pay a $38,500 settlement after posting a job ad in March 2023 seeking "Only Born US Citizens (White)."
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Maps of school teacher salary averages for 2024
Adjusted for inflation, teachers are reportedly making 5% less than they did 10 years ago. Here’s how average teacher salaries measure up to each state’s minimum living wage threshold.
Memorial Day cookouts cost more this year as price of one BBQ staple jumps a staggering 50 percent
Memorial Day cookouts cost more this year as prices of several grilling staples have increased -- with one as much as a staggering 50%.